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NEWS CHRISTCHURCH MAIL, OCTOBER 10, 2013 9 Transport high on election agenda By ABBIE NAPIER Many candidates vying for a spot around the council table have identified transport and infrastructure as important issues. The city is now beset by road- works. Few arterial routes are free of road cones, and the change in traffic patterns as a result of population shift has altered the impact on infrastructure. Commuters say they spend more time sitting in traffic and the future of the central business district remains unclear. Post-quake, some creative minds have recommended a shift toward greener transport solutions – fewer cars, more public transport and better cycleways. Whether these forwardthinking ideas will come to fruition depends on the support of our future councillors. Many of those running say they are keen to have transport and infrastructure problems resolved. Spreydon-Heathcote candidate Jeremy Calcroft said any future plans needed to consider the townships in Waimakariri and Selwyn, as many people had shifted away from Christchurch but still commuted to the city. ‘‘It is not enough to simply rebuild the central city. We also need to make it more accessible and commuterfriendly to encourage people to return,’’ he said. Increased pressure on infrastructure is causing issues in many suburbs. Shirley-Papanui candidate Pauline Cotter said, ‘‘I support investigating the use of light rail in the future, but a more economically viable option for now is the development of park and ride facilities for those coming into the city.’’ Changes to the citywide transportation network would come with a price tag, and with rates always increasing, residents are questioning how these grand plans would be paid for. Fendalton-Waimairi candidate Raf Manji acknowledged the council’s financial situation was ‘‘of great concern to many’’. ‘‘Rates have already increased and this is placing an extra burden on the community. How the council will manage its expenditure, its insurance claims, its budgets, and its borrowing is a key issue,’’ he said. PROBLEM: Traffic and infrastructure are post-quake concerns for candidates. Council rebuild falls short By ABBIE NAPIER Housing is now a bigger problem for Christchurch than ever before with many crying foul on skyrocketing rents, rates increases, and shortages in affordable and social housing. Many council candidates noted housing concerns needed to be addressed by an incoming council. The council failed to meet a self- set target of repairing 300 of its social housing units by the end of the year, citing EQC settlements as the holdup. EQC denied it was the cause of the delay. Earlier this year it was predicted only about 200 repairs would be completed by year’s end. However some progress has been made by this council, which recently announced the commencement of works for 25 new units available mid-next year. Councillors going into office this term will be faced with housing problems as rents continue to rise and housing becomes more scarce. Crisis: The new council will face social housing pressures. Jimmy Chen said social housing was a top priority for the recovering city and the elected council. Pauline Cotter said the ‘‘hous- ing crisis’’ and rebuilding council social housing were important. ‘‘I support the building of eco villages within the four Avenues as a way to revitalise our new inner city, to embrace cutting INDIAN CUISINE SPICE ‘N’ LIFE FULLY LICENSED - BYO Key Assets offer Foster Carers: • An authentic Indian Cuisine - Spice ‘n’Life is a Fully licensed & BYO with guaranteed quality food with great service • Indian restaurant with largest Seating capacity of 85 in Riccarton • Ample Parking at rear of the shop • We also do takeout meals and phone orders are welcomed • Christmas Bookings have already started so be quick to book you place before it is too late • Gift Vouchers are available – nice present for your loved ones We have successfully organised catering services for wedding parties and Birthdays at customers’ venue Riccarton 392 Riccarton Road, Church Corner, Christchurch 348 0392 Kaiapoi 77 Williams Street, KAIAPOI 327 4139 Email – spice_n_life@xtra.co.nz www.spicenlife.co.nz Like us on Facebook and be in to win dinner voucher for two. • An excellent financial package • 24/7 support and paid respite • A team of social workers and support workers • High quality, ongoing training If you are able to foster children of all ages who have challenging behaviour then contact us... 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Hong took home $2000 and a two-day internship at Auckland post-production house, Images and Sound. He was also awarded the Sir Peter Blake Youth Leadership award, the Technical Prowess award and won the Tertiary section as a university student. Trust chief executive Guy Ryan said Hong’s film showed a group of passionate young people doing something innovative to raise awareness about an important issue. Hong’s film was also technically polished with excellent cinematography and music. Hong said he was blown away by the win. ‘‘Being nervous was good, since competing against other great film-makers and storytellers is always exciting,’’ he said. ‘‘The competition gave me an opportunity to be inspired even more with other people’s stories, and see what they are doing to make a difference in their own way. ‘‘The big dream is to become a movie director and make films for Hollywood, which would be really cool!’’ Could you be a Foster Carer? 5668496AA 5681965AA